Finance & Operations Manager

Asia Philanthropy Circle (APC) - Singapore

About APC

The Asia Philanthropy Circle (APC) is a membership-based platform that enables philanthropists across Asia to be more impactful through strategic and collaborative philanthropy. Our vision is to foster a better Asia through philanthropy by strengthening funder collaboration, advancing ecosystem development, and nurturing the next generation of philanthropic leaders.

APC operates with a lean, high-performing team, and as we enter a phase of thoughtful growth and organisational strengthening, we are seeking a Finance & Operations Manager to serve as a key backbone of the organisation.

Role Overview

The Finance & Operations Manager will oversee APC's financial management, operational systems, and governance processes, while supporting HR and people operations from a policy and compliance perspective. This role is suited for a mature, detail-oriented professional who enjoys building structure, ensuring compliance, and strengthening internal processes within a small but dynamic organisation.

The successful candidate will work closely with the CEO and programme managers, and will manage external vendors, including bookkeepers, auditors, corporate secretaries, and payroll providers.

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Management & Oversight

. Lead annual budgeting and support quarterly forecasting processes.

. Prepare monthly management accounts and quarterly board financial reports and analyses.

. Oversee bookkeeping partner to ensure timely and accurate financial records.

. Manage invoicing, receivables, payables, and reconciliations.

. Oversee cash flow and liquidity management.

. Coordinate and manage annual external audit.

. Ensure compliance with financial policies and regulatory requirements, including reporting to the Commissioner of Charities.

. Strengthen internal financial controls and documentation processes.

2. Governance & Compliance

. Liaise with the corporate secretary on statutory filings and AGM preparation.

. Maintain and update organisational policies (financial and operational).

. Ensure compliance with charity regulations, PDPA, and relevant Singapore requirements.

3. HR & People Operations Oversight

. Provide oversight of payroll processing and statutory submissions (CPF, IR8A, etc.), ensuring accuracy and compliance.

. Support the development and periodic review of HR policies, employee handbook, and governance practices.

. Partner with leadership to support the implementation of performance management and staff development.

. Ensure HR practices remain aligned with Singapore employment regulations and organisational needs.

4. Operations & Systems Strengthening

. Strengthen HR and people operations systems and processes to support organisational growth and effective team management.

. Oversee vendor contracts and service providers.

. Identify operational inefficiencies and recommend improvements.

. Support cross-functional coordination to ensure smooth organisational execution.

Requirements

. Minimum 5-8 years of relevant experience in finance or organisational operations.

. Experience in nonprofit, foundation, or lean organisational environments preferred.

. Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or related field.

. Strong knowledge of Singapore regulatory and employment requirements.

. Proficient in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks) and Microsoft Excel.

. Some experience and familiarity with CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce, HubSpot) would be highly advantageous.

. Experience managing external vendors (bookkeepers, auditors, payroll providers).

. High attention to detail and strong sense of accountability.

. Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgement.

. Strong interpersonal skills and discretion in handling confidential matters.

. Alignment with APC's mission and values.

Why Join APC
This role offers the opportunity to strengthen the operational backbone of Asia's leading philanthropy network. The Finance & Operations Manager will play a key role in ensuring APC's financial stewardship, governance, and internal systems are robust and well-positioned to support the organisation's continued growth and impact across the region. Working closely with leadership, the role contributes to building a strong operational foundation that enables APC's programmes, partnerships, and community to thrive.

Candidates interested in the position are invited to submit a cover letter and CV to by 20 March 2026.

Please note that the role is based in Singapore. APC is not able to sponsor work permits for this position, and applicants should have the legal right to work in Singapore.